Directions

Place the onions, leeks, scallions, garlic and ginger in a large pot with 1 cup of the water. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 55 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Variations: For a heartier soup, add two potatoes peeled and cut into chunks, when you add the remaining ingredients.